What kind of animal is a sable antelope? We will explain its characteristics, ecology, and habitat. It is a large antelope with a white body color for both sexes, and is found widely in Africa, so if you are interested, it is a good idea to visit Africa.
What is a Sable Antelope? Basic Stats
The sable antelope is a type of antelope classified as part of the Bluebuck tribe of the Bovidae family. Its English name is Sable antelope, and its scientific name is Hippotragus niger. Its body length is 190-250cm, its weight is 180-250kg, and its tail length is 35-70cm. The list of information is as follows.
| Japanese（和名） | セーブルアンテロープ |
| English（英名） | Sable antelope |
| scientific name(学名) | Hippotragus niger |
| classification（分類） | Mammalia、Artiodactyl、 Bovidae、Hippotragus 哺乳綱、偶蹄目/鯨偶蹄目、ウシ科、ブルーバック族 |
| IUCN Status(保全状況) | LEAST CONCERN |
| Length（体長） | 190～250cm |
| Weight（体重） | 180～250kg |
Habitat
Sable antelopes are found mainly in Africa, from Kenya to Tanzania, Zambia, Angola, Mozambique, Zimbabwe and South Africa.
What are its characteristics? What kind of creature is it?
Both males and females of sable antelopes have horns, and the thick horns grow from just above the eyes. Some individuals can reach over 1.5 meters in length, making them capable of killing tigers and lions. Males are entirely black-brown except for the side of their cheeks and abdomen, while females and children are brownish-brown. From the back of their neck to their shoulders, they have long hair that looks like a mane.
What is their personality like?
Sable antelopes often live in groups of 10 to 20 individuals, and sometimes form groups of nearly 100 individuals, making them extremely social animals. Sable antelopes live in forests, grasslands, savannas, etc., and are active during the day, often resting during the hot hours of the day.
What is their ecology like?
Sable antelopes live by eating grass and leaves. They breed from May to July and are polygamous. They can give birth to one baby at a time during their 8-9 month gestation period. The young are nursed for about 6-8 months, females reach sexual maturity at 2-3 years and males at 3-4 years. Their lifespan is 16 years.
Do they have any natural predators?
Natural predators of the sable antelope include lions, spotted hyenas and African wild dogs. With excellent eyesight and hearing, they can quickly escape into the forest to protect themselves when they spot an enemy, and they can also use their powerful horns to confront and defeat lions.
Is the sable antelope an endangered species?
The population of the sable antelope is stable, and it is not an endangered species. However, the subspecies of the giant sable antelope that lives in Angola is already on the verge of extinction, with only about 100 left due to poaching. Local conservation efforts are being made.
Can you keep a sable antelope as a pet?
Sable antelopes live in groups, so they are not suitable for the general public, as they require multiple pets. In that case, it is recommended to see them at a zoo. Antelopes are also famous at zoos, and there are more updated photos and images of them on the internet than other sites.
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